Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Durango, CO

18h•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a safety-driven Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The role ensures work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with applicable regulations. It is a field-based position with travel expected 50% to 85% of the time, including the ability to take long-term, multi-month assignments, and work in all weather conditions. The CIC oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The position involves conducting job briefings, coordinating with dispatchers and other railroad personnel, monitoring track conditions and work activity, documenting work and incidents, and enforcing railroad, state, and federal policies. Candidates must pass required pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Requirements

Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to take long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
Valid driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience with a railroad company, preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
Successfully complete all required federal, client, and company-specific training.
Successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
Conduct job briefings and ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations (49 CFR 214) for work performed within arm's length of the track.
Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to help ensure personnel remain safely clear of active tracks and equipment.
Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors by radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and permissions within established working limits.
Document activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies.
Enforce railroad, state, and federal policies.